Once a staple in traditional Indian cooking, millets fell out of favor over the years, and have been making a slow comeback in India and across the world. To keep this momentum going, the United Nations has declared 2023 the International Year of Millets.
Imagine a bustling marketplace in a small Indian village. Farmers proudly display a vibrant array of grains – not just the usual rice and wheat, but a dazzling spectrum of tiny, nutrient-rich seeds. This scene, once a staple of Indian agriculture, is making a comeback thanks to the burgeoning “Millet Revolution.” The millet revolution in … Read more
Introduction: The United Nations General Assembly officially declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets (IYM 2023), placing the spotlight on these small but mighty grains. Why did millets receive such global recognition? Let’s delve into the compelling reasons behind their rise to prominence. Imagine a food that boasts a nutritional profile exceeding rice and … Read more